Kotzebue Alaska Support

The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking comprehensive logistical support for a military operation near Kotzebue, Alaska scheduled for August 13-21, 2025. The pre-solicitation notice outlines a complex support contract requiring extensive operational capabilities in extreme Arctic conditions. Contractors must provide robust infrastructure including two bunkhouses, multiple target buildings, five vehicles, three boats, commercial lodging, a parachute rinse tank, and an all-terrain forklift. The opportunity is classified under NAICS 541611 for Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services, with a Product Service Code of R499 for Professional Support Services. The current solicitation window is brief, with responses due by June 2, 2025, indicating a time-sensitive procurement process.

The pre-solicitation notice does not specify a specific set-aside designation, suggesting the opportunity is open to a broad range of qualified contractors. Critical performance requirements include maintaining operational readiness with the ability to provide on-spot maintenance or equipment replacement within 5 hours, supporting complex movements in the Kotzebue Sound and Noatak River regions. The contract requires supporting 16 personnel with varied lodging and transportation needs, including vehicles capable of Arctic terrain navigation and boats with specific passenger and cargo capacities. While no specific award value is mentioned, the detailed equipment and support requirements suggest a substantial and complex operational contract. The tight timeline and specific operational parameters indicate this is a specialized mission requiring contractors with significant logistical and Arctic operational expertise.